Digital vs. manual marking for cataract surgery: which is more accurate?

NCT ID NCT07176897

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study looked at 41 adults aged 50-90 who had cataract surgery with a special lens that corrects astigmatism. Doctors compared two methods of marking the eye before placing the lens: a digital marker and a conventional manual marker. The goal was to see which method gives better lens positioning and vision results.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If digital marking proves more accurate, it could improve cataract surgery outcomes for people with astigmatism.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed study with only 41 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The difference in marking methods may not lead to better vision in practice.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

astigmatism cataract

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Colvard-Kandavel Eye Center

    Encino, California, 91316, United States

  • Freedom Vision Surgery Center

    Encino, California, 91316, United States